Sweating Colombian
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with the bold and tantalizing "Sweating Colombian" cocktail—a fiery fusion of rich Colombian coffee, aged dark rum, and smooth coffee liqueur. This daring drink takes a classic coffee cocktail to the next level with the surprising addition of fresh chili slices and a zesty splash of lime juice, perfectly balanced by a touch of simple syrup. Shaken with ice to achieve a chilled, velvety texture, this cocktail is finished with a dusting of cayenne pepper or chili powder for a kick that lingers. Ideal for adventurous coffee lovers and spice enthusiasts alike, the "Sweating Colombian" is a showstopping mix of heat, caffeine, and complexity that’s perfect for an evening pick-me-up or a unique after-dinner treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 oz Colombian coffee (freshly brewed, strong)
- 2 oz Aged dark rum
- 1 oz Coffee liqueur
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 piece Fresh chili (such as red chili or jalapeño, thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 pinch Cayenne pepper or chili powder (for garnish)
- 3 pieces Coffee beans (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Brew a strong cup of Colombian coffee and allow it to cool slightly, ensuring it remains warm but not hot.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the warm Colombian coffee, aged dark rum, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and fresh lime juice.
Add a few thin slices of fresh chili for a bold and spicy kick. Adjust the amount based on your heat tolerance.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds, allowing the flavors to blend and the drink to chill.
Strain the cocktail into a glass of your choice (e.g., a rocks glass or coupe).
Garnish with a light dusting of cayenne pepper or chili powder for added spice and visual flair. Add a few coffee beans as a decorative and aromatic touch, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, spicy, and caffeinated flavors of the Sweating Colombian.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
125 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 23 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
